Mississippi Senate Bill SR91

Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/12/24
• Refer: 4/12/24
• Failed: 5/14/24

Caption

Express sense of MS Senate that former President Donald J. Trump is innocent of accusations of insurrection.

Impact

The resolution seeks to affirm Trump's innocence and frames the investigations and allegations against him as politically motivated. By presenting a formal stance from the Mississippi Senate, the resolution aims to influence public perception and demonstrate support for the former president within the state. This expression of confidence in Trump may bolster his political support among constituents who view the investigations as unjust.

Summary

Senate Resolution 91 expresses the Mississippi Senate's position that former President Donald J. Trump is being unfairly targeted and that he is innocent of the accusations related to insurrection or rebellion against the United States. The resolution outlines a series of grievances against political adversaries of Trump, referencing various events and media reports that the resolution claims mischaracterize Trump's actions and the January 6 Capitol protests.

Contention

However, the resolution is not without controversy. Critics may argue that it undermines the accountability processes related to the January 6 events and the legal battles that Trump faces. By labeling investigations as 'unethical' and 'lawless,' the resolution could potentially inflame further political divisions. The inclusion of references to widely debunked claims, like those relating to the Steele dossier, raises questions about the factual basis of the resolution and the potential implications for how political narratives are constructed within legislative frameworks.